Surrender your gaming licence or permit

This page outlines the process for surrendering a gaming licence or permit.

To ensure you follow the correct process for your situation, it is recommended you contact us by submitting an enquiry using the contact us form. For additional processes specific to your licence or permit, see the table below.

Licence/permit type

Process to surrender

Gaming venue operator

You can transfer entitlements or vary your conditions.

Gaming employee licence

You will need to notify the VCGLR in writing explaining that you wish to surrender. You must return your identity card, along with your notification of surrendering within 14 days.

Bookmaker licence

If you no longer wish to be registered as a bookmaker, you will need to notify the VCGLR in writing explaining that you wish to surrender. You must return the certificate of registration and identity card, along with your notification of resignation within 14 days. Bookmakers should also surrender their licences to the relevant controlling body.

Manufacturer, supplier or tester

You need to notify us in writing you want to be removed from the roll of testers.

Commercial raffle

If you no longer wish to be a commercial raffle organiser, you will need to notify us in writing explaining that you wish to surrender.